Electronic Arts’ Sims 3 game invites your cast of simulated characters to get virtually eco-friendly with a new 2010 Toyota Prius, now available for free download. The new hybrid car is advertised on the Sims 3 store Web site with the disclaimer, “Animated vehicle. Actual model will vary.”

The download is available to anyone with a registered Sims account at the Sims 3 store Web site. The Prius can be installed in a choice of six typically low-key Toyota shades including Blue Ribbon Metallic, Winter Gray Metallic and Blizzard Pearl. Once downloaded, it’s available to purchase in the Sims “buy” mode for 5,500 simoleans.